Steering Related Problems of the 2002 Jeep Laredo

Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2002 Jeep Laredo.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Jeep Laredo

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering Column problems
1
Steering Gear Box problems
1
Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problems
1

Steering Column problem #1

Steering column broke, steering box and hose leak---squeaking noise occur when turning steering wheel, wheels feel like they are coming from under the vehicle when making turns, and vehicle steering wheel tightens when turning---vehicle has not been repaired as of this date- Chrysler dealer stated that this is not a recall issue--- this is a something that has been reported as a problem for several vehicles of the same model--noted by experienced mechanics.

Steering Gear Box problem #2

Steering column broke, steering box and hose leak---squeaking noise occur when turning steering wheel, wheels feel like they are coming from under the vehicle when making turns, and vehicle steering wheel tightens when turning---vehicle has not been repaired as of this date- Chrysler dealer stated that this is not a recall issue--- this is a something that has been reported as a problem for several vehicles of the same model--noted by experienced mechanics.

Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problem #3

Upper steering column bearing failed. Driving became difficult. Left blinker would not shut off. Almost had an accident when I turned into a right hand exit leaving the highway. Jeep dealer said the worn out bearings got into the turn indicator mechanism.


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